GEORGE HELAHELA
Dar Es Salaam
Summary
I am a go-getter candidate eager to utilize analytical and research skills. Adept at event planning, media relations and social media management. Excellent communication skills with comprehensive understanding of communications industry.
But also i am a detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Data Analyst and Reporter
MWANANCHI COMMUNICATION LIMITED
08.2020 - 04.2023
- Covering and supervising Data analysis for all MCL newspapers (Mwananchi,The
- Citizen and Mwanaspoti)
- Drawing infographics of data stories for both Mwananchi and The Citizen newspapers
- Business and Economy reporter of The Citizen newspaper and Mwananchi newspaper
- Doing voice over in Mwananchi digital YouTube channel
- Moderating Mwananchi Twitter Space dialogue every Wednesday through
- Mwananchi Twitter account
- Produced monthly reports using advanced Excel spreadsheet functions.
- Created various Excel documents to assist with pulling metrics data and presenting information to stakeholders for concise explanations of best placement for needed resources.
- Extracted and interpreted data patterns to translate findings into actionable outcomes.
Website Reporter and Uploader
MWANANCHI COMMUNICATIONS LIMITED
04.2023 - Current
- Uploading news stories in Mwananchi website
- Editing and assigning work to upcountry journalists
- Creating infographics presentations matching with news stories and project
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Radio Journalist
RUANGWA FM RADIO
08.2019 - 06.2020
- To produce and present radio program focused on informing the society on all major and current social, political and economic news through radio program known as UNDANI WA HABARI
- To conduct voice overs of various advertisement
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Tour Operator
LNL SAFARI COMPANY
07.2021 - Current
- Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
- Guided groups of up to 20 people on scheduled tours.
- Collected and deposited payments from guests.
- Provided information on various sites throughout area, relaying little-known stories to provide interest.
Education
Master of Arts - Mass Communications
Saint Augustine University
Dar Es Salaam12.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
Tumaini University Dar EsSalaam College
Dar Es Salaam11.2022
Training On Ethical Journalism And Human Rights -
UNESCO National Commission of Tanzania
Dar Es SALAAM03.2022
Advanced Cerificate of Secondary Education -
Pugu High School
Dar Es Salaam05.2019
Certificate of Secondary Education - O-LEVEL
Kibaha Secondary School, Secondary School
Pwani11.2016
Certificate of Primary School -
Likangara Primary School
Lindi09.2012
Skills
- I posses important computer skills such as MsWord, MsExcel, Adobe Photoshop and Adobe premier, Canva and PiktoChart
- I have great ability work as a team player
- Website Management Outsourcing
- Website Navigation
- Website Traffic Generation
- I am able to work under minimum supervision
- I can easily adapt to tough and challenging working condition
- Clear and Concise Communication
- Data Visualization and Presentations
- Presentation Skills
- Client Engagement and Support
- Advertising Strategy
- Customer Relationship Management
Languages
kiswahili
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Website Reporter and Uploader
MWANANCHI COMMUNICATIONS LIMITED
04.2023 - Current
Tour Operator
LNL SAFARI COMPANY
07.2021 - Current
Data Analyst and Reporter
MWANANCHI COMMUNICATION LIMITED
08.2020 - 04.2023
Radio Journalist
RUANGWA FM RADIO
08.2019 - 06.2020
Master of Arts - Mass Communications
Saint Augustine University
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication
Tumaini University Dar EsSalaam College
Training On Ethical Journalism And Human Rights -
UNESCO National Commission of Tanzania
Advanced Cerificate of Secondary Education -
Pugu High School
Certificate of Secondary Education - O-LEVEL
Kibaha Secondary School, Secondary School
Certificate of Primary School -
Likangara Primary School
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